Over 50 years in Hearst
A family-run builder, founded by Fern Girard in 1972 and carried forward since 2009 by brothers Gyslin and Michel Alary.
1972
Since 1972
- 1972
Fern Girard founds the company
A general contractor in Hearst, building and renovating homes and businesses in the region.
- 1995
The car wash opens
A three-bay car wash in Hearst, still running today.
- 2009
Gyslin and Michel Alary take over
The brothers become owners and continue the company’s way of working: one team, from design to finish.
- Today
Construction, cabinetry and restoration
Over 50 years later: construction and renovation, Fern’s Cabinet Shop, 24/7 restoration and a showroom open to the public.

Gyslin & Michel Alary
Brothers Gyslin and Michel Alary have owned F. Girard General Construction since 2009. They continue what Fern Girard started: careful work, done by a local team, for people they will see again in town.
Owners’ message or personal background [confirm]
Carpenters, cabinetmakers, project managers
A local team that designs, builds and finishes every project. Team size and roles [confirm]




How we work
Precision
Square, level, flush. We measure twice and we show you the details, because that is where quality lives.
Reliability
We give you a schedule and keep it, we answer the phone, and our emergency line is open 24/7.
One-stop service
Design, plans, construction, cabinetry and installation under one roof, with one contact from start to finish.
Qualified and insured
List of certifications, licences, memberships and insurance coverage to be provided by the owners. [confirm]
- Licence / certification [confirm]
- Licence / certification [confirm]
- Liability insurance and WSIB coverage [confirm]
Hearst and Northern Ontario

Based in Hearst, working throughout Northern Ontario. Communities served [confirm]
Have a project in mind?
Tell us what you have in mind. We will take it from first sketch to final finish.
705-362-5568